Coming to Atlanta to watch the FIFA world cup and want more ideas of things to do? Check out this list for a few ideas! *NOTE: THIS LIST IS STILL IN PROGRESS* Things to do in Georgia list coming soon!
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Attractions
Parks
Museums
Sporting Events
Places to Eat
Downtown Hotels
Attractions
Here are some fun attractions that you can visit.
Amazing Zoo. So many wonderful exhibits to see. They offer tours and have fun learning opportunities for kids!
Zoo Atlanta
Come see the largest aquarium in the United States. Over 120,000 animals and the only aquarium in the United States and the Western Hemisphere that houses whale shark!
Georgia Aquarium
Come learn the history of Coca-Cola and tase over 100 international beverages and even visit the secret formula vault. But don't forget to stop and get your picture taken with the Polar Bear.
World of Coca-Cola
Located by Centenial Olympic Park the Ferris Wheel provides scenic views of the city and has climate controlled gondolas.
SkyView Atlanta
Next to Peidmont Park the garden offers a peacefull experiance while exploring the beautiful area learning about different plants.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Beautiful performing arts venue with so much history.
Fox Theatre
Fun interactive attraction!
College Football Hall of Fame
Parks
Great places to feel like you are out of the city and be in nature. Dog Friendly!
Located about a mile outside of downtown the park offers a beautiful 200+ acre greenspace with walking trails and is even dog friendly.
Piedmont Park
3 acre off leash dog park in Piedmont Park. Seperate small and large dog areas. Plenty of room to let your dogs run around and burn some energy.
Piedmont Dog Park
22 acre public park in Downtown Atlanta. It was built for the 1996 Summer Olympics to improve infrastructure for the games!
Centennial Olympic Park
Dog Park in ATL
Freedom Barkway Dog Park
Dog Friendly! Just outside of Atlanta.
Cascade Springs Nature Preserve
Dog friendly! Swiming area for your dog!
Morningside Nature Preserve
Just outside of Atlanta
Morgan Falls River Park / Dog Park
Dog friendly. Clean paths and restrooms.
Westside Park
Dogs and Coffee! Dog friendly spot to let them off leash and grab some coffee and a bite to eat.
Parkgrounds Café | Specialty Coffee Atlanta
Dog friendly (on leash, no fenced area)
Springvale Park
Museums
These are just a few of the many museums you could visit.
This museum is so much fun for the whole family!
Children's Museum of Atlanta
Largest museum for visual art in Southeastern United States
High Museum of Art
Beautiful architecture and history in this building.
Georgia Capitol Museum
So much to learn about here!
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
Great museum about natural history.
Fernbank Museum
This was also the filming location for President Snow's mansion in The Hunger Games.
Atlanta History Center
Sporting Events
Sporting events in and around Atlanta
Come watch the Atlanta Braves!
Truist Park
Home of the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United. As well as where the FIFA 2026 World Cup games will be held.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Home of the Atlanta Hawks
State Farm Arena
Places to Eat
Here are a few downtown locations to eat. I have not ate at most of these but they are some popular picks.
What'll ya have, what'll ya have! If you have never been here it is worth the stop at this iconic restaurant.
The Varsity
Good reviews and great location
Hungry AF Downtown
Creole Restaurant. Food looks good.
The Food Shoppe
Retro vibes and good reviews
Atlanta Breakfast Club
French restaurant. Food looks good.
Zephyr Southern Brasserie
American restaurant. Never been to this location but other locations I have been to have had really good food.
Margaritaville Restaurant - Atlanta
German restaurant. Food looks good.
Der Biergarten
Sports bar. Food look great!
Hudson Grille
Italian restaurant. Food look great!
Amalfi Cucina + Mercato
Irish pub. Looks like a good place to eat.
Meehan's Public House Downtown
Good food and music theamed restaurant.
Hard Rock Cafe
Old West-style steakhouse chain. Food looks great!
Ted's Montana Grill - Restaurant in Downtown Atlanta
Downtown Hotels
Hotels may have more than one location in the city. I may list a few but wont list each location. There a tons that I did not list but this may give you a start on your search.
Downtown location
Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Downtown
Buckhead location
Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buckhead
Midtown location
Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Midtown
Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta-Downtown
Midtown
Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel
Next to Hartsfeild International Airport. Fun for plane watching.
Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel | Hotel near ATL Airport
Downtown
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta | Downtown Hotel with Indoor/Outdoor ...
Downtown
Hyatt Regency Atlanta
FIFA Atlanta 2026
Event Info
World Cup Atlanta 2026 | FIFA World Cup 26 Atlanta™ | Official Site
